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Real world research is a common responsibility of professionals and practitioners in a wide range of both public and private settings.  These include teachers, social workers and health service professionals, managers and specialists in business, architects, designers, criminologists and accountants among many others.

 

Real World Research provides a clear route-map of the various steps needed to carry out a piece of applied research to a high professional standard.  It is accessible to those without a social science background while providing rigorous and fully up-to-date coverage of contemporary issues and debates.  It brings together materials and approaches from different social science disciplines, seeing value in both quantitative and qualitative approaches, as well as their combination in mixed-method designs.

Updated throughout, the third edition includes:

  • A brand new chapter on multi-strategy designs
  • Increased coverage of ethical issues
  • A chapter on writing a project proposal
  • Discussion of internet-based research - both as a research tool and as a subject for research
  • Coverage of evidence-based approaches - seeking to present a balanced assessment of their value

Colin Robson's bestselling textbook is essential reading for many higher education courses, at both undergraduate, taught postgraduate and doctoral level, as well as practitioners and others carrying out a research project as part of their job.  A very extensive website, which is closely keyed in to the text, provides additional resources including copious examples of research and further discussion of research issues, links to other useful resources and selected journal articles, annotated lists of further reading and an extensive set of PowerPoint slides.

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  1. ISBN-10
    9781405182409
  2. ISBN-13
    978-1405182409
  3. Edition
    3rd
  4. Publisher
    Wiley
  5. Publication date
    April 11, 2011
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    6.85 x 1.1 x 9.53 inches
  8. Print length
    608 pages
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Colin Robson is Emeritus Professor of the School of Human and Health Sciences, Huddersfield University.  From 1996-2007 he was chief consultant to the OECD Centre for Educational Research and Innovation project on the development of statistics and indicators on the performance of national systems for the education of children with disabilities, learning and behaviour difficulties, and social disadvantages.  He has recently completed a consultancy to a follow-up project funded by Eurostat.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1405182407
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley; 3rd edition (April 11, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 608 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781405182409
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1405182409
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.61 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.85 x 1.1 x 9.53 inches
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Claire Simpson
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic guide for MA proposal draft
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2014
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This was a fantastic reference during my drafting process. Really easy to read, dip in and out of, and great links to further reading.
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4.0 out of 5 stars easy to understand
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2012
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This book is written so anyone can understand. The chapters are full of useful information that will stay with. Be aware the kindle version has no page numbers in the table of contents. The author is from England so most of his examples and websites are England based.
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3.0 out of 5 stars You will get this book in 20 days as I got in 21 days
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You will get this book in 20 days as I got in 21 days. I lost my time and my opportunity to learn in time.
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4.0 out of 5 stars This is an excellent reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students as well ...
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2015
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This is an excellent reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as budding researchers keen to learn more about research, its process and the best way to go about it.
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Jamie Black
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on September 3, 2015
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Great book. Useful for research, and was delivered in a timely manner
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Katerina
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential for doing a MBA
Reviewed in Germany on August 27, 2013
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This book a good alternative to the big hardcover issue of Robson. It is cheaper, easier to handle and offers all the insights to research models that aré required for scientific work. Suitable as well for nature science and for humanities.
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Bec
5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful and easy to follow
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 6, 2012
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I have bought this book as a resource while writing my undergraduate thesis in an Australian university. It's designed in a way that it's easy to find the sections relevant for use when required, and is also written in such a way that the chapters or sections can be read to offer a beginning point. There's also an online resource connected to the book which is a very useful tool too. It included links to example readings, further information and any updates on current information. I'd recommend getting a hold of this book if you're in a similar situation to me - it has been a great help.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful for graduate students in social sciences
Reviewed in Canada on September 26, 2014
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I originally purchased this book for a graduate seminar on research methods in public administration. The reviews were definitely mixed, so I didn't know what to expect. Truth be told I am enjoying this book very much. As a graduate student it is helping me with term projects and will also be a helpful tool for the writing of my thesis. The negative reviews I've read seem to stem from a misunderstanding of the book or its purpose. I would't consider this an appropriate tool for undergraduate students (unless they were in their last year or doing an Honours program), as it is more of a guide for individuals with some research experience or with some academic background. The book assumes you have previous knowledge on epistemological and theoretical frameworks as well as certain paradigms. It therefore makes sense for more advanced students. The writing is clear and concise, with boxes and diagrams that synthesise the information.

Overall, I am happy with the purchase of this book as it's tremendously helpful in working out the practical aspects of my research. I would definitely recommend it to graduate students in social sciences - whether you're just starting your MA or in the process of writing your thesis.
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Rabih Yazbeck
4.0 out of 5 stars A very good comprehensive yet accessible guide book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2013
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The book is very comprehensive and very useful for post graduate students (like me). It is also very accessible - searching the kindle version is amazing anf helped me locate and understand all these inaccessible research terminologies. I wish there is more examples though particularly in relation to the research topic. Plus
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